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awe vs fear

fear vs awe

awe and fear both are nouns.

awe and fear both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
awe Yes No Yes No
fear Yes No Yes No
As nouns, awe and fear are synonyms defined as:
  • awe and fear: a feeling of profound respect for someone or something
Other synonyms of awe include reverence, veneration.
awe (noun) fear (noun)
a feeling of profound respect for someone or something an emotion experienced in anticipation of some specific pain or danger (usually accompanied by a desire to flee or fight)
an overwhelming feeling of wonder or admiration an anxious feeling
a feeling of profound respect for someone or something
awe (verb) fear (verb)
inspire awe in be afraid or scared of; be frightened of
regard with feelings of respect and reverence; consider hallowed or exalted or be in awe of
be sorry; used to introduce an unpleasant statement
be afraid or feel anxious or apprehensive about a possible or probable situation or event
be uneasy or apprehensive about
Difference between awe and fear

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